7 Tips for Summer Moves

According to the US Census, more people move during the summer than any other time of the year. More than 13% of moves occur in June and February is the least popular time to move, with only 5.2% of moves. If you're planning to move this summer, it's time to start planning. We've compiled a list of summer moving tips to help make your move as simple as possible. 

1. Book moving services as soon as possible. Since summer is the prime time for moves, make sure you book your professional movers or your moving truck as soon as you have firm moving dates. Weekends and the end of the month are going to be the busiest moving times of any month. 

2. Have a garage sale now. If you're going to be downsizing or just want to purge some of the clutter you've…

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Great Reminders From American Home Shield

Is Your A/C Ready for Summer?

Summer is almost upon us, and that means it’s time to check your A/C system. It’s important to regularly check the system in order to prevent any breakdowns once things start to heat up. Below are a few helpful steps for checking your A/C system.

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Power Down
Before beginning any kind of A/C repair or inspection, be sure it’s powered off in order to prevent damages to any of its many parts. It’s also an important step for ensuring your personal safety, as air conditioner repair can sometimes be a tricky task.

Cleaning the Condenser
Inspect the area around the condenser for any debris that could potentially prevent air from flowing into the system. To help the condenser breathe, make sure there…

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$1.2 Billion Multi-use Development Project Proposed for Downtown Reno

A large multi-use project titled West Second District was recently proposed to City Council, providing the potential for vital redevelopment in the western neighborhood of Downtown Reno.

The proposal encompasses approximately 16 acres (over 5 million square feet) of land and will cost approximately $1.2 billion.  The project will incorporate partial or whole parcels spanning from W 1st Street to W 3rd Street north/south and N Arlington Avenue to Washington Street east/west.

The proposal includes plans for residential, office, retail, hotel, parking and common areas:

• Residential: 2,353,329 sq. ft. (1,800 – 2,000 units)
• Retail: 245,240 sq. ft.
• Office: 447,363 sq. ft.
• Non-gaming hotels: 245,000 sq. ft. (490 keys between 2 separate…

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Tips to Get That Dream House In a Seller's Market

Buyer Cheat Sheet for a Seller's Market

In a seller's market, home buyers need to be willing and able to act fast to snag the home they want. This spring, areas across the country are facing a limited number of homes for sale. Realtor.com® offers up a cheat sheet for surviving a seller's market.

• Be on call. "If you're only looking now and then when it's convenient, you're probably wasting your time," says James Malmberg, a real estate professional in Sherman Oaks, Calif. He suggests treating house hunting like job hunting. If someone calls with a lead, follow up promptly to gauge whether it could be a good fit and don't linger.
• Bring the paperwork. To be taken seriously, buyers…

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Market News You Can Use- Median Price and Days on the Market-- April 22, 2016

By the end of March 2016, the median price for the Reno-Sparks region climbed to $296,000, which is the highest we have seen since the recession.  This is a significant milestone for the Reno/Sparks market ever since the median sales prices began to hover around the $290,000 mark beginning July of last year.  The new record for median sales price broke the previous record of $292,000 set in November 2015.

The average Days on Market recorded a mark of 93 days, which is a 19% decrease from the 115 Days on Market from February.  The average Days on Market usually trends downward this time of year after peaking in the winter months.

Why should this information matter to you? For sellers who have equity as a result of the increase in property values,…

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Q1 2016 Market Trends Report for Reno-Sparks

Dickson Realty, the #1 real estate firm in the Reno-Tahoe region, has released its 1st Quarter Market Trends Report for the Reno-Sparks real estate market. In this edition

• We show you the Median Sales price for single family homes and condos by area
• Compare month over month and year over year changes in several categories including Median Price, Inventory, Days on Market, and Number of New Listings
• Announce our ranking as the #1 real estate firm in the Reno-Tahoe region by REAL Trends and RIS Media, two of the most trusted and leading sources of real estate information
• and more…

Click the image below to get all the details. Have questions about your individual real estate portfolio? Call us at 775-453-0209. 

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Reno-Sparks Real Estate Market Report- Luxury Trends April 18, 2016

Dickson Realty continues to be the Luxury Market Leader for the Reno/Sparks area. Dickson Realty concluded the first quarter of 2016 with a share of 30.31%, nearly tripling the Luxury Market Share of its next closest competitor.

Watch the full interview in this week’s segment: 

 from Dickson Realty on Vimeo.

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Local Golf Courses Opening Soon

Spring has sprung and golfers are dreaming of that tee off from the first hole.  Three area courses are already open with the balance to open by May, possibly sooner.  Here’s a look at the opening time frames for a number of local courses in the Tahoe/Truckee area and some stats on each as well.

SOMMERSETT GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB: OPEN NOW

Holes: 18

Par: 72

WASHOE GOLF COURSE: OPEN NOW

Holes: 18

Par: 72

LAKERIDGE GOLF COURSE: OPEN NOW

Holes: 18

Par: 71

INCLINE VILLAGE MOUNTAIN COURSE: MID-MAY

Holes: 18

Par: 58

Yardage: 3,513

INCLINE VILLAGE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE: MID-MAY

Holes: 18

Par: 72

Yardage: 7,106

TAHOE DONNER: MID-MAY

Holes: 18

Par: 72

Yardage: 7,002

TAHOE CITY…

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Dickson Realty Designated Top Reno-Tahoe Firm

Two of the most trusted and leading sources of real estate information have ranked Dickson Realty the leading real estate brokerage firm in Reno-Tahoe.

REAL Trends, a national publishing and communications company based in Denver, Colo., has Dickson Realty on its prestigious list in the 2015 “REAL Trends 500,” an annual study that represents the standard of measuring performance of the nation’s leading realty service firms.

Dickson Realty is the leading Reno-Tahoe firm in the Top 500, and is tabbed the 210th largest real estate firm in the nation by dollar sales volume, and 273rd largest real estate firm in the nation by number of transactions.

Now in its 29th year, the study remains the undisputed leading report ranking the performance of the…

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A Buyer's Guide to Surviving a Seller's Market

Home values are creeping higher and higher. The Reno-Sparks area hit an all time home value high last month and as a buyer, you're worried about being outbid or not even having the opportunity to make an offer on your dream home. While some concerns can be a harsh reality for home buyers, there are plenty of things you can do to prevent any house-hunting heartbreak. 

1. Be Available. If you're only available to see properties occasionally, you might miss out on a great property. Make sure your real estate agent knows what you're looking for and that the homes in your customized property search fit your parameters. Then, when a property that looks good shows up on your list, let your agent know immediately so they can schedule a showing. 

2. Know…

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